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For an American goodie that everyone loves, head to Huck Finn Restaurant for donuts served fresh out of the oven.
Healthy and gluten-free eaters will embrace the food choices at Huck Finn Restaurant.
Eat out with the little ones at Huck Finn Restaurant, and don't waste time scurrying for a sitter.
Tap into the free wireless Internet at Huck Finn Restaurant.
Huck Finn Restaurant offers an informal dining experience for those who are allergic to jackets and ties.
For those in a hurry, the restaurant lets you take your meal or snack to go.
The restaurant also offers catering if you want to bring the flavors of Huck Finn Restaurant to your next party or event.
Score free parking at the lot adjacent to Huck Finn Restaurant.
Huck Finn Restaurant is serving up five-star food at a reasonable price.
The restaurant is known for its showstopper brunch, but they also offer lunch and dinner.
Nigh owls and early risers alike will appreciate that the restaurant is open 24 hours a day.

The premier destination for wonderful burgers and good ice cream, Smashburger - Denver in Oak Lawn on W 95th St is one of the area's top-rated restaurants. It's a popular restaurant for those looking for outstanding food.
Streetwear attire is acceptable, so feel free to come as you are.
For those who are interested, the robust menu does feature items that are gluten-free, low-fat, and vegetarian. Plus, it's been tabbed as a nice option for both families with children and large groups. If you're in a hurry, you can always take advantage of the convenient take-out menu. Or, if you just want to pop in for a beverage, the restaurant does have a pretty decent selection at its bar.
One of the tastier chains in the area, this Smashburger - Denver definitely stands out from the competition. Don't worry about trying to find a spot on the street, as visitors to the restaurant do have access to a private parking lot nearby.

As an iconic American brand, A&W stands for good times had over classic American food & treats.
It all started in 1919 at Roy Allen’s Root Beer stand, celebrating the return of World War I veterans.
After partnering with Frank Wright, the good times never stopped, as A&W became the first major food franchise, growing along with the country over the course of the next several decades.
Today, A&W remains a place for friends, families & communities to gather over the simple pleasures of great food & great company.
We make quality food fresh just for you!
Our Burgers are cooked-to-order with your choice of toppings, & our Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders are 100% all-white meat, lightly breaded, & cooked to juicy, mouth-watering perfection.
Our Root Beer is still made fresh in our restaurants with real cane sugar - top it off with our creamy vanilla soft serve for one of our signature Root Beer Floats!

Buffet City in Oak Lawn on S Cicero Ave is a well-known buffet, offering a casual atmosphere with fantastic sushi and good seafood. It's a culinary destination for visitors looking for incredible food.
It should be noted that formal is the recommended attire.
If you're on the lookout for the perfect spot for family or friends, it's been reviewed as a solid option for large groups and kids. In addition to its convenient take-out offerings, the restaurant even provides catering for events around town. Or, if you just want to pop in for a beverage, the restaurant does have a pretty decent selection at its bar.
One of the better traditional Chinese restaurants in the area, chances are you won't walk away from Buffet City disappointed. Don't worry about trying to find a spot on the street, as visitors to the restaurant do have access to a private parking lot nearby.

Hungry? Get ready to lick your plate clean at Duke's Drive In in Bridgeview.
When you're ready to pig out, Duke's Drive In is ready to serve you the scrumptious food you're craving.
Little ones are free to make a mess at Duke's Drive In, where the whole family is invited to dine.
Open air seating is ready for diners at Duke's Drive In when the weather is warm.
Great place to bring the whole family with great food and a business casual dress code.
The food's ready when you are. Come on in or carry out.
Take the comfort of your own home and add great grub from Duke's Drive In to create the perfect night.
At Duke's Drive In, you can park quickly and safely in a lot next door.
Duke's Drive In offers outdoor bike racks for cyclists.

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html_text: Wall-to-wall windows fill Sushi Thaime with natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere for the enjoyment of fresh sushi and sizzling East Asian cuisine. Chefs slice salmon and freshwater eel for sashimi, as well as fashion more complex sushi such as the Godzilla roll with tempura shrimp, spicy bean sprouts, and fish eggs served on the plate-size battery-compartment door of Mechagodzilla. Korean-beef short ribs absorb the flavors of a sweet marinade before being charbroiled to perfection, and shrimp mingles with straw mushrooms in the coconut soup's creamy, herb-infused broth.

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Chocolate at the Pen If you’re looking for a way to sweeten your holidays, why
not experience the ultimate indulgence – a room full of chocolate decadence in
The Lobby at the Peninsula Chicago. Friday and Saturday nights from 8pm to
midnight, you and your lucky companions can revel in chocolate treats including
petite desserts, handcrafted sweets and specialties of the day prepared
directly in front of you by a talented pastry chef. It’s a fantastic way to
finish off a fun and festive holiday eve.Holiday Tea at The Drake Hotel An elegant way to celebrate the holidays is with Holiday Tea at Palm Court in The Drake Hotel. Enjoy the custom-blend tea, a beautiful selection of delicate finger sandwiches, breads, scones and delicious holiday pastries. Enjoy the harpist and relax after you’ve finished your shopping on Michigan Avenue. Christkindlmarket Experience all the fun of a German Christmas market without getting on a plane. Be sure to go hungry because there are so many Bavarian favorites to try from giant soft pretzels, schnitzel and sausages to cookies, candies and strudel. Bundle up and enjoy a hot wine or hot chocolate in a commemorative mug while browsing all the handcrafted holiday ornaments and gifts. Piccolo Sogno RestaurantIf you’re looking for a restaurant to take that special someone and make a great impression, Piccolo Sogno, is just the place. Chef Tony Priolo’s “little dream” Italian restaurant offers the experience of dining in a comfortable home somewhere in Italy. The delectable offerings range from fresh antipasti to fish, game, handcrafted pastas, pizza and more. The extensive wine by the glass list is reasonable and encourages exploration. Attention to detail ensures your comfort and satisfaction. It’s a meal you will dream about a long time after you leave. Chicago Pizza ToursSee Chicago one slice at a time! Perfect for a gift or for something new to do during the holidays, Chicago Pizza Tours provides a fun and tasty exploration of the city, offering pizza tastings and a great way to learn about the history of Chicago pizza. You are comfortably escorted on a bus to experience local favorite thin crust pizza, famous Chicago deep-dish pizza and a few more that you might be surprised to find in Chicago. Full commentary from the knowledgeable guide provides all kinds of pizza lore along the way. This tour will leave you a lot smarter about pizza and full! Dining at The Art Institute of ChicagoYou might not typically think of a museum and delicious food in the same sentence. However, the Art Institute of Chicago has done just that. Not only is this world famous museum just ranked the #1 museum in the world by Trip Advisor but it also has numerous options to dine at the museum that are all well worth the visit. Whether you chose celebrity Chef Tony Mantuano’s elegant and authentic Terzo Piano Italian restaurant , the vibrant, family-friendly Museum Café or convenient quick-order Caffè Moderno there’s something for everyone at the Art Institute. If you’re a member don’t miss the complimentary hot chocolate, tea or coffee in the members lounge. Sola RestaurantIf you want to escape the winter chill, the warm and welcoming sola restaurant from Chef Carol Wallack is just the place for you. The Hawaiian-inspired cuisine at this hidden jewel uses local ingredients and supports sustainability. Whether you stop in for the amazing Sunday brunch, nightly dinners or special monthly Prixe Fix menu created around a delectable theme you will find the dishes unique and delicious. Don’t forget to order one of the creative handcrafted cocktails with fresh juice to keep you really warm. JamBreakfast at Jam is by far one of the most memorable events you’ll have if you add it to your must-do list. Every dish is thoughtfully planned and executed. Their famous Malted Custard French Toast is simply not to be missed. If you’re a bacon lover be sure to get the jowl bacon- it’s unforgettable! Whatever their fresh pastry of the day is, just order it. Don’t even ask. It will be worth the extra exercise you’ll need to add to your day. Delicious and affordable, Chef Jeffrey Mauro’s creative menu items will start your day with a smile that lasts.Table Fifty-TwoFor a special night out or a Sunday Brunch full of Southern hospitality, head over to Chef Art Smith’s signature restaurant Table Fifty-Two. His delicious grits and handcrafted Bloody Mary will have you sitting back, relaxing and talking in a southern drawl in no time. From special southern treats like fried green tomatoes to elegant scallops, there’s something to please every palate. Buttermilk fried chicken with roasted garlic mashed Potatoes for dinner is a favorite or try the chicken with waffles and maple syrup at Sunday brunch and you won’t soon forget it. Discover the food that made Oprah claim Chef Smith as her personal chef.

When Mikky Wright moved from java-drenched Seattle to Chicago in the late 1990s, he felt a bit like he’d slipped into coffee purgatory.
“In ‘96, it was like the dark ages of coffee in Chicago,” he said.
But starting in 1997, Wright began to see a change. “Intelligentsia and Metropolis came in as a reaction to [the ‘strip mall’ coffee culture], and then a lot of smaller places started popping up,” he said. “About six or seven years ago, it was like the middle ages of coffee. And here we are now, in the renaissance of the coffee culture in Chicago.”
In 2013, Wright—who had previously worked in marketing, and then helmed local businesses such as Alliance Bakery & Café (1736 W. Division St.)—joined the renaissance by opening Ugly Mug Cafe (1458 W. Chicago Ave.) in West Town. There, he supports the local scene by brewing beans from area roasters—including Two Brothers and HalfWit—and serving up the latest trends from the coffee world.
“I think a couple of new things are coming,” Wright said of what’s next for Chicago’s coffee scene. “One is espresso poured over tonic. We started serving that last week—we’ve had a couple of people ask for it. That trend is seasonal. It’s very summery. Another trend that’s coming up now is more espresso-centric cocktails—you see that a lot in New York, Michelin or Zagat-rated places will have one or two.” Read more about coffee-based cocktails.
When Wright isn’t brewing beans at Ugly Mug, he often ventures out to catch a buzz at other caffeine emporiums.
We asked him to name a few of his favorite spots:
Wormhole (1462 N. Milwaukee Ave.)
“This is the kind of place I go on a weekday, because it’s not insanely packed. My favorite drink there is the Chemex pour-over.”
La Colombe (955 W. Randolph St.)
“On the weekends, I like to go to La Colombe in the West Loop at Randolph and Morgan. It’s a clean, mellow hangout." Read about the Chicago crime author who also frequents La Colombe .
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Find out where other Chicago industry professionals eat and drink when out from behind the bar with our other Bar Scene features:
Letherbee Founder and Distiller Brenton Engel
Find out what “Letherdaddy” means inside the confines of Rainbo Club, and where to feel transported to another place entirely.
Goose Island Brewmaster Nick Barron
The London-trained brewmaster’s favorite spots to clink pint glasses
GT Fish & Oyster Bartender Danielle Lewis
The hotel bar worth visiting and the bar with a margarita so good it could be served as a last meal

We asked local chefs and food personalities about their favorite restaurants in Chicago. They told us about kid-approved spots, primo sushi, and authentic Mexican food. Click each person's image to view their picks.Michael Ciapciak of Bang Bang Pie Shop (2051 N. California Ave.)The owner of the popular neighborhood bakery known for its pies and biscuts chooses six of his favorites spots near Logan Square.Chef Cleetus Friedman of Fountainhead (1970 W. Montrose Ave.)The Ravenswood chef, who previously told us how he prepares food at home for his 8-year-old twins, talks about his favorite spots to take them for a meal.Jeni Britton Bauer of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams (scoop shop at 3404 N. Southport Ave.; ice cream available at multiple locations)What does the famed ice-cream artisan eat while she’s in Chicago? Girl and the Goat's Cheez-It ice cream, of course.Chef David Schneider of Taxim (1558 N. Milwaukee Ave.)The owner and chef of the Wicker Park eatery tells us where he goes for tortas, falafel, souvlaki, birria, and other authentic dishes.Chef Dominique Tougne of Chez Moi (2100 N. Halsted St.)When the chef isn't working in his own restaurant or jet-setting to his native France to sniff out trends, he's dining at his favorite destinations in Chicago.Chef Carol Wallack of Sola Restaurant (3868 N. Lincoln Ave.)The Northcenter chef lists her favorite places to find a healthy or Pacific-flavored meal among Chicago’s bounty of hot dogs, gyros, and pizza puffs.Chef Matthew Pollock of Epic (112 W. Hubbard St.)The South Side native gives us a dose of true Chicago, noting where he goes for square-cut pizzas, customizable burgers, and the potent local spirit Malört.